THIEVES broke into a Worcestershire garden and stole a hot tub.

The offenders cut a hole in a perimeter fence to access the property before draining the water and stealing the equipment.

And this all happened while the homeowners were on holiday abroad.

The theft happened in Malvern View, Wichenford, sometime between Wednesday, June 24, at midnight and Friday, June 26, at 10am.

Anyone with information should contact West Mercia Police on 101 quoting reference number 0215S280615.